MH&R BOARD of ERIE & OTTAWA COUNTIES
— June 17, 2008 —
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Sue Kane |
Marlene Boas |
Leroy Sizemore |
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Bob Kasayka |
Kenny Baughman |
Barbe Limpert |
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Vee Reifsnyder |
Dan Ward |
Steve Lippert |
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Toni DeLuca |
Steven Prentice |
Eric Zgodzinski |
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Barbara Hemphill |
Bill Kimberlin |
Robert Warner |
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Office Staff: |
Kirk Halliday |
Beth Williams |
Patty Notestine |
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Excused: |
John Fellhauer |
Pam McGlothlin |
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Absent: |
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Guests: |
Judge R. DeLamatre |
Mariann Davids |
Lisa Byers |
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Cindy Franketti |
Bruce Kijowski |
Ron Posse |
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Henrietta Whelan |
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The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Erie and Ottawa Counties met on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at the Sandusky Artisans in Downtown Sandusky. Sue A. Kane, Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m.
Introduction of Guests — The Board welcomed all in attendance.
Approval of Agenda — Robert Warner moved to approve the agenda as amended (nomination to election under a) New Business, add Executive Director review/discussion under c) New Business). Kenny Baughman seconded; motion carried unanimously.
Secretary’s Report
a) Dr. Halliday reviewed Executive Session procedure (included in packet).
b) Kenny Baughman moved to approve the minutes of the May 20, 2008 board meeting and public forum as written. Barbara Hemphill seconded; motion carried unanimously.
Executive Director’s Report
Dr. Halliday reported on the following: a) Monitoring Reports – no questions asked. b) Monthly Update: 1) Board vacancies review (included in packet). After said review Kenny proposed sending a letter to ODADAS if they are still hesitant to continue Bob Kasayka’s position on the board. This is to be determined after Vickie Ruffing, Board Solicitor, confers with ODADAS. 2) Conestoga/Weed & Seed Initiative; The Conestoga program in Port Clinton is very much on track. Capital improvements are being implemented within the next four years including the Conestoga area. In Sandusky they are moving ahead with their efforts to begin getting input, organization, and support for neighborhood activities. The City of Sandusky recently held their first neighborhood clean-up day (Target Area #1: Third and Fifth Streets/Farwell Park) which was warmly welcomed by the area residents. c) Personnel: 1) Proposed Salary Adjustments, 2) Proposed Promotion/Salary Increase; Beth Williams reviewed the proposed annual salary increments which were included in the board packet (pgs. 7 – 13) as well as the Association’s Salary Survey FY07. It was also noted that Jerrie Krawetzki will be retiring June 30, 2008, but will continue to work in her present position for another year, and that her position will not be replaced after her retirement. A salary increase was requested for Patty Notestine based on her promotion to Office Associate (itemized duties included in packet). At 7:55 p.m. Bill Kimberlin moved to enter into executive session to discuss Personnel- promotion and compensation, and to discuss/review the Executive Director’s evaluation. Marlene Boas seconded, roll call vote as follows: Kenny; yes, Marlene; yes, Barbara; yes, Bob; yes, Bill; yes, Barbe; yes, Steve; yes, Steven; yes, Vee; yes, Leroy; yes, Dan; yes, Robert; yes, Eric; yes, and Sue; yes, vote carried unanimously. Robert Warner motioned to exit executive session, seconded by Leroy Sizemore, motion carried. At 8:46 p.m. Kenny Baughman moved to return to the open meeting, Robert Warner seconded, motion carried. d) Other: Ottawa County Fair: Board member volunteers are needed to cover the fair booth for Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20, a sign-up sheet was passed around. e) Program Division Report: Included in board packet – no questions asked.
CQI Planning – AoD Committee; Municipal Court Intervention Programs
Barbe Limpert moved to enter into AoD Committee; Vee Reifsnyder seconded; motion carried.
Ron Possy, BCS, Director of Drug Court Program, gave a brief overview to the board on the Benchmark program. With the AoD population they are seeing a lot of mood and anxiety disorders. With these co-occurring disorders the client starts to feel better and in turn stops taking their medication. By utilizing and applying treatment to these individuals much progress has been made. There are only 37 problem solving courts today in the whole State of Ohio, and here in Erie County we are very fortunate to have three, a juvenile court, a family court, and a drug court.
Mariann Davids, GT, Ottawa County is still in the planning stages at this point, but have been meeting with Judge Hany and his staff and plan to continue to move forward.
The board chair apologized for the shortened time period and invited Ron Possy to come back in the future to expand on his presentation.
Kenny Baughman motioned to exit the AoD Committee and return to the regular board session, Toni DeLuca seconded, motion carried.
Recognition of Board Members
Certificates of Exemplary Service were presented to Toni DeLuca, Bob Kasayka, and Vee Reifsnyder for their many years of outstanding service on the board. They will be sincerely missed by all.
Consent Agenda
Beth Williams presented a brief overview of the consent agenda.
Discussion:
It was noted that we do not “bid-out” for services related to Guardianship. A run down of services/client numbers provided by Linda Van Tine has been requested. The rent has not been raised for any of the tenants. The rent collection pays for the mortgage, but does not include utility costs. A request was made to present to the board the total building costs per month versus the amount of dollars coming in.
Board Concerns — Barbe Limpert noted that any agencies that have clients working on their GED’s and are having problems reading there is a project called “Project Read” based in Fremont at the Vanguard Vocational Center where they can go for assistance with no charge to the client, or the agency.
Old Business — None
New Business: Communications from the Board Chair
Sue Kane thanked the Board and Staff for their cooperation and support during her tenure as Chair, and wholeheartedly welcomed Steve Lippert as the upcoming Chair knowing that he will do an excellent job. Thank you Sue for a job well done!
Election of Vice-Chair:
The Chair entertained a motion to elect Kenny Baughman as incoming Vice-Chair commencing July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. Robert Warner moved to accept Kenny Baughman as Vice-Chair, seconded by Bob Kasayka, motion carried unanimously.
Executive Director Review – Results: Kenny Baughman reviewed and handed-out the completed “2008 Board Member Evaluation of Executive Director”. It was noted that Dr. Halliday scored 86.4% overall compliance with Policy I-A through Policy I-H, and 86.8% overall compliance with all policy areas inclusive. Kenny Baughman moved and Robert Warner seconded to accept the evaluation of Dr. Kirk Halliday, motion carried.
Commentary — Mary Churchwell thanked the Board for all of their hard work and wanted them to know the fantastic job that the agencies are doing in our community.
Cindy Franketti noted that training on fetal alcohol syndrome is being offered locally and would be well worth your time to attend.
Review Decisions Made and Action:
6. Barbe Limpert moved to enter into AoD Committee; Vee Reifsnyder seconded; motion carried.
7. Kenny Baughman motioned to exit the AoD Committee and return to the regular board session, Toni DeLuca seconded, motion carried.
Adjournment — Toni DeLuca moved the meeting adjourn.
Respectfully submitted,